See how schools throughout ACPS celebrated and honored the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans during Hispanic Heritage Month.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage in Our Schools
Category: Jefferson-Houston
ACPS Recognizes Disability History and Awareness Month
ACPS encourages celebrating the differences and unique gifts and abilities of each person every day to create a culture of mutual respect and equal opportunities for all students, including those who are differently-abled.
Get Involved. Join a School Board Advisory Committee
Here is an opportunity to take your involvement in our community to the next level and have an impact on key issues impacting our schools.
ACPS Marks National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. Be aware and take a stand against bullying.
Help ACPS Meet the Needs of Our Families
Bring new or gently used backpacks, coats, jackets, hats and gloves to the ACPS Transportation Department on Saturday, October 14 to be donated to families in need. Non-perishable food items are also being collected.
Apply for the New West End Elementary School Naming Committee
Time is running out to apply to join the committee that will recommend names for the new West End Elementary School. Apply today!
New Emergency Response Procedures Training for School and Central Office Staff
As we enter the next phase in the implementation of new emergency response procedures and language, some school and central office staff will be participating in training this month.
Join Us on Walk-to-School Day on October 4
Join us on Walk-to-School Day on October 4 and share your experience with us on Facebook and Twitter!
Reminder: No School for Students on October 9 – Professional Development Day
Although there is no school for students on October 9, our teachers will be active learning all day as they engage in professional development opportunities.
2018-19 Academic Calendar Committee Seeks New Members
Join the Academic Calendar Committee and collaborate in the development of the 2018-19 academic calendar.
Swim Skills Program Expands to Four Elementary Schools
Students from John Adams Elementary School, Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School, James K. Polk Elementary School and Samuel Tucker Elementary School will participate in a swim safety program as part of their physical education curriculum this year.
ACPS Superintendent Survey Closes Today
Today is the last day to participate in the Superintendent Leadership Profile Survey. Five minutes is all it takes. Take the survey today!
What are Your Top Budget Priorities for the Next School Year?
Developing the ACPS budget is a year-round process involving the entire community. Learn how you can get involved and why it is important.
Watch Our Students Perform at City Hall for Constitution Week!
Students from Samuel Tucker Elementary School, Mount Vernon Community School, Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy and Jefferson-Houston School performed at City Hall for Constitution Week. Watch the videos of our young performers!
Academic Progress Continues with Twelve Schools Fully Accredited for 2017-18
Thirteen schools within ACPS received state accreditation for the 2017-18 school year, with the accreditation status of schools remaining largely unchanged from the previous year.